TDK: DARKMAN 1990.

UPDATE: CHINAMAN.

An original creation from Raimi, and not based on any comics,

“Darkman” follows the story of Dr. Peyton Westlake, a scientist about to make a breakthrough in synthetic skin. Peyton’s girlfriend, Julie Hastings is a hot-shot lawyer who gets on the wrong side of Robert G. Durant.

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Here’s a comprehensive look at the parallels in plot, scenario, and script between “The Dark Knight” and “Darkman”;
Facial scarring, helicopters, bombs, explosions, bazookas, fire mutilation, Mr.Hyde complex, Liam Neeson, Vigilantism, Advanced 3D recognition tech, first scene climax, concealed weapons, eavesdropping, blackmail,

1. Protagonist’s Transformation:

• The Dark Knight: Bruce Wayne becomes Batman, a vigilante hero fighting crime in Gotham.
• Darkman: Peyton Westlake transforms into Darkman after being brutally attacked, disfigured, and left for dead.

1. Facial Scarring:

• The Dark Knight: Harvey Dent, also known as Two-Face, suffers severe facial scarring on one side after an explosion.
• Darkman: Peyton Westlake is severely disfigured due to being burned with acid and fire.

1. Helicopters:

• The Dark Knight: Helicopters are used in several scenes, including during police chases and media coverage of the Joker’s crimes.
• Darkman: A helicopter is prominently featured in the climax where Darkman fights Durant in a high-flying action sequence.

1. Bombs:

• The Dark Knight: The Joker frequently uses bombs and explosives in his schemes, including bombing a hospital.
• Darkman: Durant and his gang use explosives to destroy Peyton’s lab, setting off the chain of events that transform him into Darkman.

1. Explosions:

• The Dark Knight: Explosions are a recurring element, notably in the destruction of Gotham General Hospital and various buildings.
• Darkman: The explosion at Peyton’s lab is a significant event, and multiple explosions occur throughout as Peyton battles Durant’s gang.

1. Bazookas:

• The Dark Knight: The Joker uses a bazooka during the convoy attack to try to kill Harvey Dent.
• Darkman: While not specifically a bazooka, heavy weaponry is used in various confrontations, particularly during the helicopter sequence.

1. Fire Mutilation:

• The Dark Knight: Harvey Dent’s disfigurement results from fire in an explosion.
• Darkman: Peyton Westlake is severely burned by fire when his lab is attacked.

1. Mr. Hyde Complex:

• The Dark Knight: Harvey Dent develops a split personality as Two-Face, reflecting the Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde dynamic.
• Darkman: Peyton experiences a psychological shift due to his disfigurement and subsequent actions, akin to a Mr. Hyde transformation.

1. Liam Neeson:

• The Dark Knight: Liam Neeson plays Ra’s al Ghul, a mentor-turned-villain to Bruce Wayne.
• Darkman: Liam Neeson stars as Peyton Westlake, the protagonist who becomes Darkman.

1. Vigilantism:
   • The Dark Knight: Batman operates as a vigilante, taking the law into his own hands to fight crime.
   • Darkman: Peyton Westlake also becomes a vigilante, seeking revenge on those who wronged him outside the law.
2. Advanced 3D Recognition Tech:
   • The Dark Knight: Batman uses advanced 3D sonar technology to map out locations and track the Joker.
   • Darkman: Peyton develops synthetic skin technology that allows him to create masks and disguise himself, incorporating advanced tech in his quest.
3. Blackmail:
   • The Dark Knight: The Joker uses blackmail as a tool to manipulate people and create chaos, including blackmailing the city to reveal Batman’s identity.
   • Darkman: Durant and his gang engage in blackmail and extortion as part of their criminal operations, manipulating various individuals to achieve their ends.
4. Love Interest:
   • The Dark Knight: Rachel Dawes serves as a love interest for Bruce Wayne, creating personal stakes in his fight.
   • Darkman: Julie Hastings, Peyton’s girlfriend, is central to his life, providing emotional motivation for his actions.
5. Physical and Emotional Scars:
   • The Dark Knight: Bruce Wayne/Batman deals with emotional scars from his parents’ death and physical challenges in his fight against crime.
   • Darkman: Peyton Westlake suffers from severe physical disfigurement and emotional trauma from his transformation into Darkman.
6. Conflict with Law Enforcement:
   • The Dark Knight: Batman is often at odds with Gotham’s police, though he forms an alliance with Commissioner Gordon.
   • Darkman: Peyton operates outside the law, conducting his vendetta against Durant’s gang independently.
7. Exploration of Identity and Humanity:
   • The Dark Knight: Explores themes of identity, the nature of heroism, and the fine line between good and evil.
   • Darkman: Explores the loss of identity and humanity, as Peyton becomes more consumed by his need for vengeance.
8. Climactic Confrontation:
   • The Dark Knight: Batman confronts the Joker in a series of high-stakes encounters culminating in a final showdown.
   • Darkman: Peyton/Darkman has a final showdown with Durant and his men, seeking closure and justice for the wrongs done to him.

These parallels highlight how both films share common elements and themes, contributing to their narrative and thematic connections despite their stylistic differences.